August 27th, 2023
Author: Simon Schaffer
Cloud Computing Myths for the Legal Industry
The legal industry has been slower to adopt cloud technology than other industries. Much of this delay what is due diligence is due to misinformation about cloud computing. In this article five of the most common cloud technology myths for law firms are debunked.
When working from home, on the move or at the office, cloud technology allows lawyers to access their documents and data at any time, from any location. This is particularly important for lawyers who work on cases from different locations or for companies which have remote employees. Cloud solutions can also allow lawyers to collaborate on case documents, regardless of where they are located.
Many popular law-related software applications like e-discovery tools, client portals, and case management systems, are hosted on the cloud. This allows small and solo law firms to have access to advanced software applications that they would not otherwise be in a position to afford without the assistance of outside development teams.
In addition to cost savings, cloud-based solutions eliminate the requirement for expensive equipment and physical office space. Law firms instead pay a subscription for the storage and application that it needs. This makes it much easier for smaller law firms to manage their IT expenses and avoid the risk of investing in technology that will soon become obsolete.
Cloud-based technology is more secure than paper or local files. Cloud-based files are encrypted and regularly back up making them much harder to hack than local files that are protected by doors that are locked or conventional server systems.
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